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**[Registration Link](https://dyc-events.vercel.app/events/da4bea8e-c65b-4302-98c4-de68f752f50a)** **DYC Dance Workshop** DYC is back with the most FUN dance workshop with Coach @⁨Rishab Totlani, and this one’s all about letting go, feeling the music & dancing your heart out! 💃🕺 ✨ **Beginner-friendly** – whether you want to learn, groove, or just sweat it out! Bollywood Choreo 👑 (Yes… Bollywood magic is taking over!) Join our [WhatsApp Group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/DTwYqIV0LpiBiiHeBzTOjy?mode=gi_t) to know more about the workshop, or to block your spot.

This Eid … don’t just take time off! Go on a journey with new friends. ​Let's escape into a world where mountains touch the clouds, waterfalls flow through valleys, and the Arabian Sea meets dramatic cliffs. \-\-\-\- Register and get more details! No late confirmations **[Join WhatsApp group (Click on Mobile / 971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/dubai-adventure-meetup-events)** \-\-\-\- ​An unforgettable experience for adventure lovers, explorers, and people craving something real this holiday season. * 🏔️ Exploring the misty mountains of Jabal Samhan 🌴 Walking through coconut plantations and local souqs 🌊 Watching powerful ocean blowholes at Mughsail Beach 💦 Discovering waterfalls and turquoise lakes at Wadi Darbat 🏰 Visiting ancient castles and hidden coastal towns 🚍 Bonding during scenic road-trip moments across Oman ​From overnight desert drives under starry skies to tropical landscapes that feel nothing like the Gulf … this is the kind of trip that surprises you every single day. \-\-\-\- Register and get more details! No late confirmations **[Join WhatsApp group (Click on Mobile / 971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/dubai-adventure-meetup-events)** \-\-\-\- ​Salalah is unlike anywhere else in the region! ​One moment you’re driving through endless desert highways … the next you’re surrounded by lush green mountains, coconut plantations, ocean viewpoints, and cool mountain air. ​🌄 **ATTRACTIONS INCLUDED** * ​**Wadi Darbat**: Explore the most famous valley in Dhofar, featuring seasonal waterfalls, turquoise lakes, and lush greenery. * ​**Jabal Samhan**: Stand at the highest mountain range in the region for a dramatic "above the clouds" canyon experience. * ​**Taqa Castle**: Step back in time at this beautifully preserved 19th-century fort and heritage site. * ​**Anti-Gravity Point**: Experience a fascinating optical illusion where vehicles appear to roll uphill on their own. * ​**Ittin Mountain**: Enjoy panoramic mountain views and visit the sacred Nabi Ayub (Prophet Job's) Tomb. * ​**Ayn Jarziz**: Relax at natural limestone springs nestled within the misty landscape of the Khareef season. * ​**Mughsail Beach**: Witness the powerful natural geysers at the Blowholes and explore the historic Marneef Cave. * ​**Mirbat Town**: Discover the ancient port city known for its historic architecture and scenic coastal views. * ​**Al Haffa Souq**: Immerse yourself in the scent of authentic frankincense and shop for traditional Omani handicrafts. * ​**Nabi Imran Tomb**: Visit one of the world's longest tombs, a site of significant spiritual and historical importance. ​This trip blends nature, culture, scenic road journeys, adventure, relaxation, and social vibes all together. ​Everything is organized for you — transportation, accommodation, guided experiences, and local exploration — so you can simply enjoy the trip 🚍🌴 **How to Join:** 1. RSVP on Meetup 2. [Join WhatsApp group (+971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/dubai-adventure-meetup-events) *Just like any event, slots are limited. RSVP and complete your registration at the earliest.* Happy Adventure!

**This session is for Ultra Advanced level players.** ✅ 2 hours of badminton ✅ All levels are welcomed ✅ Feather shuttles included ✅ Professional courts at Baseline Sports Academy ✅ Great games, great people, minimal waiting time **Fee: AED 45** \*\*\* **How to Confirm Your Spot** **Step 1:** RSVP on Meetup **Step 2:** Pay immediately via Careem Pay/Bank Transfer 📲 0555236521 [Rauf] 📲 0509001406 [Waqsi] **Your spot is only confirmed after payment.** If payment is not received, your slot may be given to someone on the wait-list. \*\*\* **Cancellation Policy** Cancel **12+ hours before event** → No charge Cancel **less than 12 hours before event** → Full payment required (this applies even if you sign up within 12hrs of the game time) **No-show** → Full payment required. The cancellation policy is applicable even if there is a waiting-list on Meetup. \*\*\* **New Players** WhatsApp after RSVP: 📲 0555236521 [Rauf] 📲 0509001406 [Waqsi] [https://wa.me/971509001406](https://wa.me/971509001406) **🎯 Welcome to Badminton Lovers Dubai!** **The World's Highest-rated badminton community** from the heart of Dubai with over 11\,200 members and \(A perfect ⭐ 5 star rated ★ \| 7200\+ reviews\) – where fun\, fitness\, and friendship come together on court\! Whether you’re a **beginner eager to learn** or an **advanced player seeking competitive rallies**, you’ll enjoy: ✔ 2 hours of structured, mix-and-match doubles games ✔ Professional world-class courts ✔ A friendly, welcoming community of players of all levels \*\*\* **⭐ Why Join Us?** ✔ Dubai’s **#1 rated sports & social group** ✔ Play with 5-6 players per court → **minimum waiting time** ✔ Separate courts for **advanced competitive matches** ✔ Beginner-friendly – guidance & support provided ✔ **Feather shuttles included** + limited rackets (first-come, first-serve) ✔ Exclusive **discounts at leading sports stores in Dubai** ✔ Social, fun, and a great way to meet new friends \*\*\* **📸 Social Media Policy** * Photos/videos may be used to promote badminton & our community **👥 Guest Policy** * Guests must be registered with **name & level** * RSVP holder is responsible for guest payment & cancellations \*\*\* **🏸 Safety Guidelines & Event Rules** To ensure a safe, enjoyable, and well-organised experience for everyone, all participants are required to read and follow the guidelines below: \*\*\* **1️⃣ Personal Responsibility** * All players participate **at their own risk**. * Please ensure you are **physically fit and medically able** to play badminton before joining the session. * Warm up properly and play within your personal limits. \*\*\* **2️⃣ On-Court Safety** * Always be aware of **other players**, shuttle direction, and adjacent courts. * Avoid running into other courts or behind players during active rallies. * Stop play immediately if a shuttle or player enters your court unexpectedly. * Wear **appropriate non-marking sports shoes** to prevent slips and injuries. \*\*\* **3️⃣ Equipment & Attire** * Use suitable badminton rackets and equipment in good condition. * Badminton Lovers Dubai is **not responsible** for any damage to personal equipment. \*\*\* **4️⃣ Personal Belongings** * Players are fully responsible for their **own belongings**. **The organisers are not liable** for any loss, theft, or damage to personal property. \*\*\* **5 Liability Disclaimer** By attending this event, you acknowledge and agree that: * You voluntarily assume all risks associated with playing badminton. * **Badminton Lovers Dubai, its organisers, hosts, and volunteers are released from any liability**, claims, demands, or causes of action related to personal injury, loss, damage, or theft of belongings.

**Perched on the coast of southern Mozambique, Vilanculos** is one of those destinations that seem to have **won the geographical lottery**. Soaring red dunes rise behind it; ahead lies the warm Indian Ocean, and beyond that, the white-sand Bazaruto Archipelago, scattered across clear turquoise seas. Arab traders and later Portuguese navigators once passed through these waters, drawn by monsoon winds and lucrative commerce. **You, more wisely, arrive for sunsets and cold drinks.** The area is one of the most ecologically important marine environments in the Indian Ocean. Protected as part of Bazaruto Archipelago National Park, its waters are home to dolphins, migrating humpback whales, five species of sea turtle and one of the last viable populations of dugongs in East Africa. Coral reefs support extraordinary biodiversity, while onshore, freshwater lakes and towering dunes create landscapes that feel surprisingly varied for a small chain of islands. **Here, adventure is abundant, but rarely feels strenuous**. Traditional dhows drift across to Magaruque Island, where shallow reefs, bright fish and seasonal flamingos make snorkelling and beach walks fascinating enough to fill a day. Further out, dramatic Bazaruto Island rises from the sea in sweeping dunes and freshwater lagoons, while Two Mile Reef offers some of the region’s best diving and snorkelling. Despite its growing popularity, it’s the kind of place that still feels like discovering a secret. While the offshore scenery draws most visitors to Vilanculos, the true soul of the place lives on the mainland. Much more than a gateway, this is a buzzing town of markets, fishermen, music and colorful patterned sarongs fluttering in the breeze. The town remains deeply connected to the sea: fishermen pull in their catches at dawn and dhow builders work along the shoreline. Beyond the beaches, there is a strong Swahili and Portuguese influence woven into daily life, food and architecture, giving the town a character that feels distinct from elsewhere in southern Africa. **Then comes the art of relaxation.** Afternoons are best left unscheduled, perfect for sea views, cocktails and strategic idleness. At sunset, the nearby Govuro River beckons for a leisurely canoe trip through mangroves, reeds and birdlife – letting the ranger do the work of paddling, of course. By the time departure day arrives, you’ll have a strong suspicion that nowhere else quite balances ocean, culture and stillness in the same way as Vilanculos. **Let’s go!** **Day 1: Arrival** Early afternoon arrival and transfer to the hotel to drop our luggage. Next, we’ll get this trip started properly by heading out to the red dunes inland of Vilanculos for some nibbles, drinks, and a spectacular sunset over the impressive panorama. After, we’ll return to town and you have the evening at your leisure. **Day 2: Magaruque Island** In the morning we’ll board our luxury dhow and make the one-hour journey to dreamy Magaruque Island. The day is yours to wander the white-sand coastline, spotting pink flamingos and other wildlife, or just relax on the beach and take in the picture-perfect scenery. For those who love getting in the water, the rocky reef teeming with fish is perfect for snorkeling. A tasty lunch of rice, fresh fish, salad, bread and fruits will be served right there on the beach. We’ll return to Vilanculos by late afternoon. Dinner at the hotel. **Day 3: Vilanculos** This morning we’re diving in and discovering the local Mozambican life, making our way through the town’s busy markets and trying to resist the urge to buy an excessive amount of colorful capulanas (local sarong fabric). Around midday, we’ll enjoy a traditional dance performance and a delicious local lunch. After, return to the hotel and you have the afternoon at your leisure. **Day 4: Bazaruto Island** Today we’re covering a bit more distance, so we’ll hop in a speedboat to cross the seas, taking about an hour to reach Punta d’Oundo in the southern part of Bazaruto Island. Once the tide is low, the skipper will bring us to Two Mile Reef for some incredible snorkeling. Once back on the island, we’ll have time to climb Punta d’Oundo’s towering sand dune and take in the amazing scenery – imagine a desert adrift in the middle of the sea. After lunch at the foot of the dune, we’ll make a final stop at Benguerra Island for a bit more swimming before we return to the mainland. Dinner and evening at your leisure. **Day 5: Govuru River canoe safari** Today we have the morning free to explore or just laze on the beach. In the afternoon, we’ll head to the Govuru River for a canoe safari. Flanked by low trees and bamboo, and carpeted in water lilies, this narrow waterway is nothing short of magical. We’ll spot native birds and take in the incredible scenery all around us as the sun sinks below the horizon. After our journey, we’ll return to the hotel. Optional dinner on the banks of the river, with a bonfire and a local musicians. **Day 6: Departure** In the morning we’ll have a few last hours to enjoy our little slice of paradise, before heading to the airport to catch our flight home. **Grade:** easy and relaxing tropical holidays. **Activities:** island hopping, canoeing, sightseeing, beach strolling, boating. Optional diving. **Accommodation:** Comfortable lodge, shared rooms. Single room at extra cost, subject of availability at the time of booking. **Meals:** Dinners excluded, 3 lunches included. **Cost: 5,220 AED excl. flights.** Cost valid until **JUNE 29**. Past this date cost will change if we still have availability. **Recommended flights:** Emirates via JNB + Airlink. **Visas:** ETA or evisa. Details [here](https://evisa.gov.mz/). See yah in Moz x Trekkup Crew [Whatsapp 050484823](https://wa.me/971504848238) Find all trekkups at [linktr.ee/trekkup](http://linktr.ee/trekkup)

Come for Socializing. Stay for the Music 🎶 Socialize, meet new people, make friends, before easing into party mode for a night of fun and dancing. Register and get more details! No late confirmations **[Join WhatsApp group (Click on Mobile / 971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/whatsapp-single-mingle)** **💬 Social Mixer: Meet & Connect** Begin the evening by mingling with like-minded people in a sophisticated setting. Engage in meaningful conversations, have fun and make new friends. Take advantage of the relaxed atmosphere to make new friends or enjoy with your existing ones. Whether you're looking to share experiences, or simply enjoy engaging conversations, this social is the perfect place for you. **🎶 Afterparty & Live DJ Performance** As the night progresses, ease into party mode with the dynamic beats of live DJ. From smooth lounge music to high-energy tracks, the DJ will create an irresistible ambiance that keeps the energy flowing and the dance floor alive. Register and get more details! No late confirmations **[Join WhatsApp group (Click on Mobile / 971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/whatsapp-single-mingle)** Let loose, dance the night away, and enjoy the afterparty. Sip on expertly crafted cocktails in an elegant venue with the infectious energy of the DJ, ensures a night to remember. **👔👗 Dress Code: Elegant & Party** Embrace the occasion with your most stylish and sophisticated outfit. Gentlemen, opt for sharp smart casual wear. Ladies, dazzle in chic dresses or elegant evening attire. Let your fashion reflect the elegance of the evening. **Join an evening where nobody left behind, stand on side or feels lonely.** Let new friendship flourish and celebrations abound. Socialize, make new friends and enjoy the vibrant energy of the evening in a beautiful and elegant setting. Dress your best for a fun evening at the best venues in Dubai and get ready to pose for an #instaphoto 📷 **Registration** ✅ RSVP on Meetup. ✅ [Join WhatsApp group (+971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/whatsapp-single-mingle) *Just like any event, slots are limited. RSVP and complete your registration at the earliest.* Happy Socializing 😊

**New participants are required to contact WhatsApp at 0501497147 before signing up for the event to confirm their slot.** Friday Badminton @ Sprigdale School Al Quoz 8-10 PM Badminton Active group plying every Friday at 7-9 pm Cleopatra sports academy Al quoz 4.( Springdale School ) Cost will be AED 40/- Per person including court rent , premium feather shuttle and average 8 games will get every plyers. New plyers confirm your slots through WhatsApp ( Rensin +971501497147) Payment is applicable once confirmed the slot and no cancellation on game day. Join WhatsApp Group ; https://chat.whatsapp.com/GUlBTloYtkrGVLb2ljK1ZV

**Details** This event offers four key talks: **Mohamad Kawtharani** on Aws bedrock agent core, **Hameedullah Khan** on AIOps on AWS. \*\*\* **AI Lead @ Zero&One (part of NTT Data)** Mohamad leads AI for Zero&One (part of NTT DATA). He holds a Master’s in AI from the University of York and has spent the last seven years building AI on the cloud. **\~Mohamad Kawtharani** Topic: Operate AI Agents in Minutes with Amazon Bedrock Agentcore. **Hameedullah Khan, CEO @ SUDO** Topic: From CloudOps to AIOps: Building an AI-Powered AWS Operations Assistant. \*\*\* **User Group Leaders** * **Sabiha Ashik, AWS Hero / AWS User Group Leader** [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sabiha-ashik/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/sabiha-ashik/) * **Hameedullah Khan, AWS Community Builder / AWS User Group Leader** [https://www.linkedin.com/in/hameedullahkhan](https://www.linkedin.com/in/hameedullahkhan) * **Saad Zaman, AWS Community Builder/ AWS User Group Leader** [https://www.linkedin.com/in/zamansaad](https://www.linkedin.com/in/zamansaad?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app) * **Mahmoud Khatib, AWS Community Builder / AWS User Group Leader** [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mahmoud-khatib-45900052](https://www.linkedin.com/in/mahmoud-khatib-45900052)

Ready to connect with the brightest minds in startups, tech, and business? Register and get more details! No late confirmations **[Join WhatsApp group (Click on Mobile / 971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/entrepreneurs-whatsapp)** **🎶 Drinks. Conversations. Opportunities. Vibes.** This is where founders, leaders, and investors come together to shape what’s next. **💬 What You’ll Experience:** * 🤝 Meet investors, venture capitalists & accelerators. * 💡 Exchange bold ideas with fellow founders. * 📈 Gain insights from tech leaders & industry experts. * 🌐 Expand your business network in a relaxed atmosphere. Join us in an elegant lounge setting where the vibes are high, the views are stunning, and the conversations flow as smoothly as the drinks 🍸 **🔥 At this event, you’ll connect with:** * Startup founders, entrepreneurs & innovators. * VC firms, angel investors & strategic partners. * CTOs, product leaders & growth experts. * Marketers, HR agents & service providers. * AI experts, SaaS founders & enterprise clients. This is your chance to meet fellow entrepreneurs, investors, founders, and experts all in one place. 🌍💡 Register and get more details! No late confirmations **[Join WhatsApp group (Click on Mobile / 971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/entrepreneurs-whatsapp)** 🎶 Background music sets the mood while you mingle, network, and unlock new opportunities. **🎯 Why Join?** * Build relationships that can spark partnerships. * Learn from peers who’ve already faced the challenges you’re solving today. * Share your story, pitch your vision, and discover new opportunities. * Connect in a more informal, friendly atmosphere—no pressure, just possibilities. ✨ **The future of entrepreneurship thrives on conversations like these.** 🌟 Whether you’re raising funds, scaling your startup, or simply looking for fresh collaborations—this evening is designed to help you make meaningful connections that last far beyond the night. 👉 Bring your business cards, your vision, and your curiosity. 👉 Leave with new opportunities, valuable insights, and a stronger network. **Registration** ✅ RSVP on Meetup. ✅ [Join WhatsApp group (+971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/entrepreneurs-whatsapp) *Just like any event, slots are limited. RSVP and complete your registration at the earliest.* Happy Networking 😊

This is a Dubai meetup group focused on AI/business (with [Shanghai AI](https://www.meetup.com/shanghai-ai) and [Mumbai AI](https://www.meetup.com/mumbai-ai) chapters). We meet every Saturday at 7:30pm at DIFC, **sign up is not required.** Usually there are up to 30 people from different backgrounds, such as AI programmers, rocket engineers, physicists, marketing, designers, investors... But it's also meant for people who have no background in AI and are looking for more insight. This is a very casual group for everyone, you can pitch your AI business idea or discuss your favorite Terminator movie. X / WhatsApp groups chats (5,000+ visitors + hidden groups): [https://x.com/i/chat/group_join/g2054363861009207629/6Bz8S3Q21T](https://x.com/i/chat/group_join/g2054363861009207629/6Bz8S3Q21T) (better) [https://chat.whatsapp.com/JdRrL8QJd2xACL4CUs1NqX](https://chat.whatsapp.com/JdRrL8QJd2xACL4CUs1NqX) Free :-) [https://chat.whatsapp.com/CkoTEOTGPIxBSlX6h2Atp8](https://chat.whatsapp.com/CkoTEOTGPIxBSlX6h2Atp8) (full) [https://chat.whatsapp.com/KHc6bpu1w2p1YNf3FNRRR4](https://chat.whatsapp.com/KHc6bpu1w2p1YNf3FNRRR4) (mod approval) Join [DubaiAI.VIP](https://DubaiAI.VIP) — the open-source app built for the Dubai AI Meetup (see [demo video](https://youtu.be/poFd_hlqRFY)): Build and publish your professional 24/7 AI agents workspaces that co-work for you 24/7, save you time, and get you funded by fans and local clients. — Reply there and share your upcoming Dubai AI co-working discussion topics/projects for this Saturday, and you'll get funded by generous sponsors: [https://dubaiai.vip/r/26053DLGJ56000](https://dubaiai.vip/r/26053DLGJ56000) We meet at the DIFC food court and Stage Area (next to S&C Music) and **anywhere nearby**, located above the DIFC Carrefour Market, just look for a group of people... The group is free and there is no requirement to buy anything. There is free Wi-Fi. Telegram: [https://t.me/dubaiAItelegram](https://t.me/dubaiAItelegram) To get there: Metro Station: Financial Centre Metro Station, 5 minutes walk, look for the Financial Centre exit sign. Parking Options: Gate Avenue Parking is unfortunately under construction. Other options: Gate District Building 2: free underground parking from 6 pm onwards. \* Street Parking near Ritz Carlton: This is a paid parking option, conveniently located. \* Gate Avenue Open Parking: Present a purchase receipt for 4 hours of complimentary parking. Dubai AI Meetup & DIFC is for **everyone**; feel free to create and share new AI Jobs & WhatsApp & Meetup groups! [https://www.meetup.com/shanghai-ai](https://www.meetup.com/shanghai-ai) (if you visit Shanghai) [https://www.meetup.com/mumbai-ai](https://www.meetup.com/mumbai-ai) (if you visit Mumbai) [https://www.meetup.com/women-in-tech-dubai](https://www.meetup.com/women-in-tech-dubai) [https://www.meetup.com/dubai%e3%85%a4ai](https://www.meetup.com/dubai%e3%85%a4ai)

Hi tech entrepreneurs! Let's meet up over morning coffee at Cafiene Club, Cluster R, Lake level, JLT. There's plenty of parking nearby. You are welcome whether you are an established entrepreneur, a beginner or an entrepreneur-in-waiting. Join in, bring your learnings and see what you can learn from others. The mission of these events is to help create a community of entrepreneurs. To share information, advice, fresh ideas, tips and tricks, solutions and to build connections with like-minded entrepreneurs. This is a casual, pitch-free hangout. Please, no sales pitches. The event starts from 9.30 and goes on till 12. You are welcome to join at your comfortable time. +++ As an entrepreneur one of the biggest challenges we have is to build connections with others in the game. To freely share the problems and ideas and get the perspective of our peers. To connect and build long-term friendships and partnerships with people who truly get what we are doing and why we are doing it. This is the group that hopes to give you that. COMMUNITY: Please join this WhatsApp Community and introduce yourself if you have never attended our event before. Click here https://chat.whatsapp.com/CRkTSixWuLIBSok2dHH6S3

Join our Whatsapp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/CnMwtIov0YLKZ7rS2NfiJG?mode=gi_t Hey Vibecoders, I'm organizing a casual meetup for people using AI to build cool things. Maybe you're shipping apps with Claude or Cursor, automating your life, making weird little tools, or just experimenting to see what's possible. Come hang out with others doing the same. No agenda, no pressure, no pitch decks. Just show up, share what you're working on, see what other people are making, and trade ideas. Bring a project to show off or just come to chat and get inspired. If you're building with AI, or just curious about it, you'll fit right in.

**THE ART OF WARSTRATEGY SESSION** **A closed-room HUMEIN discussion on timing, power, and strategic judgment.** **For the first time, HUMEIN privately convenes a small group for The Art of War Strategy Session, a half-day in-person discussion for people who want to study strategy as a practical craft.** **For more than two thousand years, The Art of War has endured because its subject was never simply war. It was judgment.** **In modern life, the battlefield has changed but the questions have not.** **Leaders still need to decide which battles deserve attention. Founders still need to position before they compete. Executives still need to negotiate before conditions harden. Teams still need to make decisions under pressure, uncertainty, and limited information.** **This session will move through Sun Tzu’s 13 chapters and examine how his ideas apply to modern leadership, competition, negotiation, and decision-making.** **The Room Will Center on Three Questions** **Diplomacy** **How do you win before the fight begins?** **Strategy begins before confrontation. We will examine how positioning, perception, restraint, and influence can shape outcomes before conflict becomes visible.** **Picking Your Battles** **How do you decide which fights are worth taking?** **Not every challenge deserves your energy. We will explore how to distinguish between meaningful conflict, distracting conflict, and battles that are better won by not entering them at all.** **The Perfect Timing** **When does a plan become a result?** **Good strategy is not only about what to do. It is about when to move. We will explore timing, readiness, pressure, momentum, and the conditions that turn intention into outcome.** **What Participants Will Leave With** **Participants will leave with practical frameworks they can carry into situations that matter.** **You will gain a clearer understanding of The Art of War and how its principles apply to modern leadership, negotiation, competition, and decision-making.** **You will leave with a framework for deciding which battles are worth fighting and which are best avoided.** **You will develop better judgment around timing, positioning, and strategic decision-making under pressure.** **You will also leave with a set of mental models that can be applied to business, politics, leadership, and personal negotiations.** **Tech Takeaway** **AI will be used as a strategic extension of the session.** **Participants will learn how to create a personal strategic advisory board using AI, giving them a practical way to pressure-test ideas, decisions, risks, and scenarios long after the room ends.** **Schedule** **10:00 AM** **Welcome coffee and arrival** **10:30 AM** **The Art of War Strategy Session begins** **12:00 PM** **Lunch** **1:00 PM** **Strategy session continues** **3:00 PM** **Networking and closing conversations** **4:00 PM** **End** **Admission** **Seats are deliberately limited.** **The value of the room depends on the caliber of the people in it, the seriousness of the discussion, and the willingness of participants to think with discipline.** **This is a private HUMEIN session for a small group of people who want to study strategy not as theory, but as a way of seeing, deciding, and acting with greater precision.** **Included** **✅ A personal copy of The Art of War** **✅ Access to a curated room of strategic thinkers** **✅ Valet parking** **✅ Lunch** **✅ Two coffee breaks** **To refer someone or yourself to the room, please reach out directly at hello@saturdaydubai.com** **Registration link (approval basis)** **https://luma.com/HUMEIN-artofwar** **If you can’t make it this time, you’re welcome to join our Whatsapp announcements group** **https://chat.whatsapp.com/Ee0QXOWf3187HAgdWNAHJo?s=hd&p=i&mlu=3&amv=1**

UPDATE: Date has changed **🗓️ 🕥 Sunday 5 July, 11:00 AM** Spend a slow Sunday morning with BloomBar. We set up a cart stocked with seasonal stems and guide you through building a bouquet you take home, with breakfast served in the cafe while you create. No experience needed. Just show up hungry and leave with flowers. Working with flowers is a genuine reset, not just a pretty one, Come solo or bring a friend. **What's included** 🌺 All flowers and materials, and full guidance. ☕️ Breakfast in the cafe. 💐 You leave with a bouquet that's yours. **Cost:** 250 AED per person. Spots are limited so it stays hands-on and unhurried. **Pay here:** https://pay.ziina.com/bloombar.uae/XrTThbbJt

Topic to be announced. **CALL FOR SPEAKERS** Learn more: https://www.awscolumbus.com/get-involved/ **THANK YOU** *VEEAM* for hosting our meetup! To learn more about *Veeam*, please visit their website: https://www.veeam.com/ **DIRECTIONS** 8800 Lyra Dr #450 · Columbus, OH go to 4th floor. **Want to sponsor the pizza and/or bar tab?** Please contact me if you would like to sponsor this meetup's pizza and/or bar tab: angelo@mandato.com

Most people use LLMs by feel: ask a question, read the answer, decide whether it “seems good,” and move on. That works for casual use. It does not work when you are building software, automating workflows, writing important documents, or relying on AI for anything that needs to be repeatable. In this talk, we’ll look at how to improve and evaluate the inputs and outputs of LLMs using practical measurement techniques. We’ll cover how prompt changes affect results, how to compare outputs, how to build simple evaluation sets, and how math-based methods like similarity scoring can help you move beyond guesswork. This will be beginner-friendly, so even if you don't know anything about AI, you should get something out of it. However, this will be a little more technical than our intro talks. You do not need to be an AI researcher, but programmers and technically curious attendees will get a lot out of it. We’ll cover: * Why “it looks good” is not enough * How to improve prompts by changing the input, context, and constraints * How to compare LLM outputs more systematically * Basic evaluation techniques for accuracy, consistency, and usefulness * How embeddings, cosine similarity, and scoring can help evaluate results * Where automated evaluation works — and where humans still need to stay in the loop By the end, you’ll have a practical mental model for treating LLMs less like magic and more like systems you can test, measure, and improve. LOGISTICS AND PARKING: The talk starts at 7:00 PM. The first half hour is reserved for everyone to get set up and mingle. Free pizza and drinks! The cheapest parking option is to find street parking, which will only cost you a few bucks. Otherwise, park in the nearby veteran's museum lot for $8. It's highly recommended you avoid the nearby $15 garage parking.

Christians in Tech is a community at the intersection of faith and technology. Our meetups are designed to spark meaningful conversations, promote knowledge sharing, and encourage growth—both in your career and your spiritual walk with God. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your tech journey, CIT welcomes you. Our Website [https://linktr.ee/citcbus](https://linktr.ee/citcbus) Sponsors and Partners * Improving (Venue Sponsor) * Bethel World Prayer Center (Fiscal Sponsor) * Fruits & Roots (Coffee Partner)

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You can sleep in on the Sesquicentennial (observed), we’re shifting to the following Friday. But join the local UX community for a chat and some biscuits to catch up. If you were in CA for Figma Config, tell us all the lines and you can tell me how I can animate an SVG without coding it by hand, and why I’d even want to. Thanks to the team at Nationwide of supporting the group.

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Columbus Code & Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. People of all skill levels attend, and we love it that way. Many people (optionally) bring projects to work on, and many other people (optionally) socialize the entire time. It's entirely up to you! **What to Expect at the Intro Circle** \~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~ Near the beginning of the event (1:30 pm), we do a standup: * Organizer announcements, updates, and logistics Round 1 - (7 secs max): * Your name * What you're working on * What you can help others with Round 2: * Community events you wanna plug. If none, that's cool too. Round 3: * Job opportunities you're hiring for OR announce that you are looking for one. If none, that's cool. After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized! Feel free to work alone, pair up, attend one of our workshops/presentations, or mingle!